These guys are right on the money, my brine is as simple as it gets, start with one gal. water, and about 1 cup kosher salt, or just enough salt to make a egg float, soak for 12 to 24 hrs., rinse and remove slime and place in smoker at around 180 to 200 untill done. I use apple wood and in the water pan I use 1 bottle of cheep beer, 2 apples and water